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PM Modi’s Five-Nation Tour: Strengthening Global Ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently on a historic five-nation tour (July 2–9, 2025), covering Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia. This marks his longest foreign visit in over a decade, emphasizing India’s growing global influence and commitment to the Global South .
Key Highlights of Modi’s Diplomatic Engagements
- Ghana (July 2–3)
- First Indian PM visit in 30 years, strengthening bilateral ties in trade, energy, and defense.
- Addressed Ghana’s Parliament, highlighting India’s democratic values and economic rise.
- Received Ghana’s highest civilian honor, “The Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana” .
- Trinidad & Tobago (July 3–4)
- First bilateral visit by an Indian PM since 1999.
- Addressed Parliament, reinforcing cultural and economic linkages with the Caribbean .
- Argentina (July 4–5)
- First Indian PM visit in nearly six decades.
- Focus on defense, energy, and critical minerals (lithium, shale gas) .
- Brazil (July 5–8) – BRICS Summit & Bilateral Visit
- Attending the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro (July 6–7).
- Meeting Brazilian President Lula da Silva to boost trade, defense, and green energy ties .
- Namibia (July 9)
- First Indian PM visit in history, strengthening mineral and energy partnerships .
BRICS Summit 2025: Agenda & India’s Strategic Role
What is BRICS?
BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) is an economic bloc representing 40% of the global population and over a third of world GDP (PPP). Recently expanded to include Egypt, UAE, Ethiopia, Iran, and Indonesia, it aims to counter Western economic dominance .
Key Agenda at BRICS 2025
- Reforming Global Governance
- Push for UN Security Council, IMF, and World Bank reforms to give more voice to the Global South .
- De-Dollarization & Alternative Financial Systems
- Expanding local currency trade to reduce reliance on the US dollar.
- Progress on the BRICS New Development Bank (NDB), which has funded $39B in infrastructure projects .
- Climate Change & Green Energy
- India to advocate for sustainable development and renewable energy partnerships .
- Security & Counter-Terrorism
- Modi expected to emphasize counter-terrorism cooperation and cybersecurity measures .
- Expansion & Geopolitical Influence
- Over 40 nations (including Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Malaysia) have applied to join BRICS+ .
India’s Strategic Priorities at BRICS
- Balancing Relations: While China and Russia push for anti-Western alignment, India seeks economic cooperation without geopolitical confrontation .
- Trade & Technology: Promoting digital infrastructure, AI, and startup collaborations .
- Global South Leadership: Advocating for African Union and Global South representation in global forums .
Analysis: BRICS 2025 & the Future of Global Order
Challenges Ahead
- Internal Divisions: Rivalries (e.g., India-China border disputes, Iran-Saudi tensions) may hinder consensus .
- Economic Disparities: China’s dominance could skew BRICS priorities .
- De-dollarization Hurdles: Lack of a unified BRICS currency remains a roadblock .
Opportunities for India
- Strengthening South-South Cooperation: Leveraging ties with Africa and Latin America .
- Tech & Startup Leadership: India’s third-largest startup ecosystem can drive innovation within BRICS .
- Energy Security: Partnerships in lithium (Argentina), oil (UAE), and renewables (Brazil) .
Conclusion
PM Modi’s five-nation tour and the BRICS Summit 2025 underscore India’s rising geopolitical influence. While BRICS expansion offers new opportunities, internal challenges remain. India’s balanced approach—advocating for Global South interests while maintaining strategic autonomy—will shape its role in the evolving world order.